Hirimani Senior School (formerly called Hirimani Secondary School) is a C2 Public Mixed Senior School that is physically located in Tana River County, Tana North Sub County  in the Coast Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Hirimani Senior School, including: the school’s cluster, level, UIC Code, Knec Code, Admissions and location.

This Boarding Senior School forms part of the Tana River Education Network and has fully transitioned to a Senior School that offers Competency Based Education (CBE) Curriculum to Grade 10, 11 and 12 Learners.

Hirimani Senior School School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Hirimani Secondary School
School’s New Name	Hirimani Senior School
Cluster	C2
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Boarding
Region	Coast
County	Tana River
Sub County	Tana North
UIC Code	ZQSL
KNEC Code	5117101
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Hirimani Senior School operates as a fully Senior School offering the Competency Based Education (CBE/CBC) Curriculum. Students transition to this school from Junior School after sitting for the Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA); which is a national assessment for Grade 9 learners under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC/ CBE). It assesses students in nine learning areas to evaluate their readiness to transition into Senior School.

Students who join Hirimani Senior School at grade 10 specialize in any one of the following three main CBE pathways:

1. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics): Focuses on innovators and problem-solvers. It branches into Pure Sciences, Applied Sciences, and Technical Studies, leading to careers like medicine, engineering, and IT. 
2. Social Sciences: Designed for communicators and leaders. It includes tracks in Languages, Literature, Humanities, and Business Studies, preparing students for fields like law, journalism, and education. 
3. Arts & Sports Science: For creative minds and athletes. It features tracks in Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Music, and various sports disciplines, fostering careers in the creative and sports industries.

Hirimani Senior School’s Background and History.

Hirimani Senior School, historically known as Hirimani Secondary School, has played a very key role in the Kenyan Education Sector and more particularly in Tana River county; where it is domiciled.

The school has grown over the years and is now a fully recognized  C2 Public Senior School. In January 2026, Hirimani Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Hirimani Senior School.

Hirimani Senior School’s exact physical location is in Tana River County, Tana North in the Coast Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Coast Region’s Senior Schools.

Coast is the home of some of the best and highly competitive Senior Schools in Kenya. Hirimani Senior School, just like other Senior schools in the region, favourably compete in co-curricular activities, academics and Infrastructural development. Before joining  Hirimani Senior School, confirm the pathways it offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hirimani Senior School.

1. What is the UIC Code for Hirimani Senior School?

The UIC Code for Hirimani Senior School is ZQSL.

2. Is Hirimani Senior School a Boarding or Day School?

Hirimani Senior School is a Boarding Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Hirimani Senior School?

Hirimani Senior School offers CBE Senior Schools Grades at Grade 10, 11 and 12.

4. What is the Knec Code for Hirimani Senior School?

The Official Knec Code for Hirimani Senior School is 5117101.

5. In Which County is Hirimani Senior School Found?

Hirimani Senior School is located in Tana River County.

6. Does Hirimani Senior School admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Hirimani Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

7. What was Hirimani Senior School’s Fomer Name under the 8-4-4 Education System?

Hirimani Senior School was formerly called Hirimani Secondary School.

8. What is Hirimani Senior School’s New Cluster?

Hirimani Senior School is now classified as a C2 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Hirimani Senior School?

Hirimani Senior School offers support for Regular learners. The school’s Disability Type is None.

10. Where is Hirimani Senior School Located?

Hirimani Senior School is found in Tana North Subcounty of Tana River County; in the Coast Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Hirimani Senior School Private or Public School?

Hirimani Senior School is a Public School.

12. What CBE Pathways are offered at Senior School?

Senior schools offere 3 pathways; STEM, Social Sciences and Arts and Sports.